Spirits Days - Days of distilleries in Istria

This year, we are delighted to announce some exciting news – Spirits Days – The Days of Distillates are expanding beyond Central Istria to cover the wider Istrian region!

The event, which brings together lovers of spirits, tradition and authentic Istrian flavours, continues to grow. This year's edition features no fewer than seven distilleries, each contributing its knowledge, dedication and passion to preserving and developing Istria's distilling heritage.

We look forward to this new chapter of the event, with new locations, new encounters and a joint celebration of Istria's rich distilling tradition.

 

On 28 and 29 November 2026, seven distilleries will open their doors for free tastings.

From 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy spirits from the distilleries participating in the event:

• Destilerija Koraca – Motovunski Novaki, Karojba
• Destilerija Krulčić – Lindar, Pazin
• La Vie Winery – Pauletići, Kringa, Tinjan
• Old School Distillery – Vošteni, Sveti Lovreč
• Destilerija Vivoda – Motovun
• Imagine Spirits Distillery – Marasi, Vrsar
• Sempervivum Distillery Poreč – Veleniki, Poreč

 

Special programmes at the distilleries during Spirits Days

• Old School Distillery – Gin-making demonstration and product presentation, followed by a tasting (advance registration required).
• Imagine Spirits Distillery – Live gin distillation.

 

All spirit tastings are free of charge, and visitors are encouraged to announce their arrival in advance.

Spirits Days – The Days of Distillates: One Weekend – Seven Distilleries

 

The event is organised by the Central Istria Tourist Board, with the following co-organisers: Lambik Association, Motovun Tourist Board, Poreč Tourist Board and Vrsar Tourist Board.

The event is co-financed by the Administrative Department for Agriculture, Forestry, Hunting, Fisheries and Water Management of the County of Istria, through its public call for grants for projects in the fields of agriculture and economy, as well as by the Istria Tourist Board.